Tag: LockBit

Ransomware war explained on FinTelegramC
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August 19, 2024

Cybercrime Update: Illicit Crypto Activity Declines, but Ransomware and Stolen Funds Surge

Cybercrime certainly is part of the DNA of the global networked society and crypto is an essential tool for criminals. A recent report from Chainalysis reveals a mixed picture of the current state of cybercrime within the crypto space. While overall illicit activity on the blockchain has decreased by nearly 20% year-to-date, specific categories such as stolen funds and ransomware are seeing alarming increases, signaling a shift in the tactics of cybercriminals.
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US DOJ announced new guilty pleads in the LockBit ransomware caseT
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July 19, 2024

The Ransomware War: Two Foreign Nationals Plead Guilty to LockBit Ransomware Involvement

In one of the largest ransomware cybercrime cases, two Russian nationals have pleaded guilty to participating in the notorious LockBit ransomware group. At its peak, this group was considered the most prolific and destructive ransomware variant globally. This group is known for launching attacks on various entities, including businesses, hospitals, schools, and even government agencies in the United States and internationally.
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U.S. Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M ArgentieriU
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May 7, 2024

U.S. Justice Department Indicts Alleged Mastermind Behind Russian LockBit Ransomware Scheme!

The U.S. Justice Department has indicted Russian national Dimitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, also known under aliases "LockBitSupp" and "LockBit," for his central role in the creation and operation of the notorious LockBit ransomware. Since its inception in September 2019, LockBit has evolved into one of the most destructive ransomware variants, impacting over 2,500 victims across 120 countries and causing widespread financial havoc.
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